Company insight
A journey in digital blasting
Formed in 1984 on the strength of a new cold emulsion technology that has since become an industry standard, BME now offers cutting-edge products and services at every stage in the explosives supply chain. It is a leading manufacturer and supplier of explosives, related accessories and blasting services to the mining, quarrying and construction industries in Africa. D Scott Scovira, global manager of blasting science at BME, explains how the company is forging the future of blasting with its innovative range of technology solutions.
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ME, a member of the JSE-listed Omnia Group, consistently improves processes to add value to customers’ operations while contributing to a better future for our planet and its people. BLAST ALLIANCE, BME’s portfolio of digital innovations, includes BLASTMAP planning software, the BME Blasting Guide app and the XPLOLOG cloud data platform. Solutions such as AXXIS
integration, custom development and training also fall under this brand. BME’s collaborative approach guides partnerships through internal collaboration to optimise solutions, as well as through direct engagement with customers and third parties.
Blast Alliance embodies BME’s reputation as an innovative, technology- orientated partner. It gives the company’s software portfolio its own character and
style, including a unique essence and customised value proposition. BME drives productivity, efficiency and safety while minimising risk through predictability. Its solutions allow mines to reduce costs, promote real-time, data-driven decision-making between companies and on-site operators, and optimise processes. This aligns with the mining sector’s focus on incorporating new and advanced technology and is
BME’s in-house technical experts are only a click away, and the initial consultation to establish the project scope is free of charge. World Mining Frontiers /
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